Time Limit: One Month
1. What language is spoken in France?
2. Give a dissertation on the ancient Babylonian Empire with particular reference to architecture, literature, law and social conditions-OR- give the first name of Pierre Trudeau.
3. Would you ask William Shakespeare to (a) build a bridge (b) sail the ocean (c) lead an army or (d) WRITE A PLAY
4. What religion is the Pope? (a) Jewish (b) Catholic (c) Hindu (d) Polish (e) Agnostic (check only one)
5. Metric conversion. How many feet is 0.0 meters?
6. What time is it when the big hand is on the 12 and the little hand is on the 5? (a) Bed time (b) 5:00 (c) am or pm? (d) Happy hour
7. How many commandments was Moses given? (approximately)
8. What are people in America's far north called?
(a) Westerners (b) Southerners (c) Northerners (d) foreigners
9. Spell -- Bush, Carter and Clinton
10. Six kings of England have been called George, the last one being George the Sixth. Name the previous five.
11. Where does rain come from?(a) Macy's (b) a 7-11 (c) Canada (d) the sky (e) Prince
12. Can you explain Einstein's Theory of Relativity?(a) yes (b) no (c) He wasn't my relative
13. What are coat hangers used for?
14. The Star Spangled Banner is the National Anthem for what country?
15. Explain Le Chateliers Principle of Dynamic Equilibrium-OR- Just spell your name in BLOCK LETTERS.
16. Where is the basement in a three story building located?
17. Which part of America produces the most oranges?(a) New York (b) Florida (c) Canada (d) Europe
18. Advanced math.
If you have three apples how many apples do you have?
19. What does NBC (National Broadcasting Corporation) stand for?
20. The Cornell University tradition for efficiency began when (approximately)?(a) B.C. (b) A.D. (c) still waiting
*You must answer three or more questions correctly to qualify
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Friday, August 31, 2007
FOOTBALL JOKE OF THE DAY
A guy walks into a bar with a dachshund under his arm. The dog is wearing a Jets jersey helmet and is holding Jets pom poms.
The bartender says,"Hey! No pets allowed in here! You'll have to leave!"
The man begs, "Look I'm desperate. We're both big fans, my TV is broken, and this is the only place we can see the game!"
After securing a promise that the dog will behave and warning him that if there is any trouble they will be thrown out, the bartender relents and allows them to stay in the bar and watch the game.
The game begins with the Jets receiving a kickoff. They march down field stop at the 30,and kick a field goal. With that the dog jumps up on the bar and begins walking up and down the bar giving everyone a high-five.
The bartender says,"Wow that is the most amazing thing I've ever seen! What does the dog do if they score a touchdown?"
"I don't know," replies the owner, "I've only had him for four years."
The bartender says,"Hey! No pets allowed in here! You'll have to leave!"
The man begs, "Look I'm desperate. We're both big fans, my TV is broken, and this is the only place we can see the game!"
After securing a promise that the dog will behave and warning him that if there is any trouble they will be thrown out, the bartender relents and allows them to stay in the bar and watch the game.
The game begins with the Jets receiving a kickoff. They march down field stop at the 30,and kick a field goal. With that the dog jumps up on the bar and begins walking up and down the bar giving everyone a high-five.
The bartender says,"Wow that is the most amazing thing I've ever seen! What does the dog do if they score a touchdown?"
"I don't know," replies the owner, "I've only had him for four years."
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Carolina Panthers 2007 Preview
From James Alder,
Remember how fashionable it was at this time last year to pick the Carolina Panthers to win the Super Bowl? That worked out well, huh?
Well this is largely the same team that entered the 2006 season with such high expectations. So where is all the love this year? Gone with John Fox's job security?
What's New?
The Carolina Panthers were a popular pick to be Super Bowl contenders in 2006, but struggles in the running game combined with a down year by quarterback Jake Delhomme led to a disappointing 8-8 record. The team didn’t do a whole lot, however, to kick-start this offense other than bringing in former Cleveland Browns line coach Jeff Davidson to take over as offesive coordinator.
The Panthers did scoop up former No. 1 overall draft pick David Carr after he was released by the Houston Texans. Carr, who never came close to living up to his lofty draft status, should be a solid backup to Delhomme, and could potentially push him if he struggles again in 2007.
With the safety position a major concern, Carolina traded with Chicago Chris Harris, who will likely start at strong safety. They also picked up journeyman Deke Cooper to add some depth and competition at free safety.
NFL Draft Picks
1st Round - Jon Beason, LB Miami (FL)
2nd Round - Dwayne Jarrett, WR USC
2nd Round - Ryan Kalil, C USC
3rd Round - Charles Johnson, DE Georgia
4th Round - Ryne Robinson, WR Miami (OH)
5th Round - Dante Rosario, TE Oregon
5th Round - Tim Shaw, LB Penn State
7th Round - C.J. Wilson, CB Baylor
Remember how fashionable it was at this time last year to pick the Carolina Panthers to win the Super Bowl? That worked out well, huh?
Well this is largely the same team that entered the 2006 season with such high expectations. So where is all the love this year? Gone with John Fox's job security?
What's New?
The Carolina Panthers were a popular pick to be Super Bowl contenders in 2006, but struggles in the running game combined with a down year by quarterback Jake Delhomme led to a disappointing 8-8 record. The team didn’t do a whole lot, however, to kick-start this offense other than bringing in former Cleveland Browns line coach Jeff Davidson to take over as offesive coordinator.
The Panthers did scoop up former No. 1 overall draft pick David Carr after he was released by the Houston Texans. Carr, who never came close to living up to his lofty draft status, should be a solid backup to Delhomme, and could potentially push him if he struggles again in 2007.
With the safety position a major concern, Carolina traded with Chicago Chris Harris, who will likely start at strong safety. They also picked up journeyman Deke Cooper to add some depth and competition at free safety.
NFL Draft Picks
1st Round - Jon Beason, LB Miami (FL)
2nd Round - Dwayne Jarrett, WR USC
2nd Round - Ryan Kalil, C USC
3rd Round - Charles Johnson, DE Georgia
4th Round - Ryne Robinson, WR Miami (OH)
5th Round - Dante Rosario, TE Oregon
5th Round - Tim Shaw, LB Penn State
7th Round - C.J. Wilson, CB Baylor
FOOTBALL JOKE OF THE DAY
First Football Game
A guy took his girlfriend to her first football game. Afterward he asked her how she like the game.
'I liked it, but I couldn't understand why they were killing each other for 25 cents,' she said.
'What do you mean?' he asked.
'Well, everyone kept yelling, 'Get the quarter back!'
A guy took his girlfriend to her first football game. Afterward he asked her how she like the game.
'I liked it, but I couldn't understand why they were killing each other for 25 cents,' she said.
'What do you mean?' he asked.
'Well, everyone kept yelling, 'Get the quarter back!'
WHOS YOUR TEAM?
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2007 NFL Schedule
From James Alder,Your Guide to Football.FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now!
Week by Week 2007 NFL Schedule
*All times Eastern
WEEK 1
Thursday, Sep. 6
New Orleans at Indianapolis 8:30 pm
Sunday, Sep. 9
Atlanta at Minnesota 1:00 pm
Carolina at St. Louis 1:00 pm
Denver at Buffalo 1:00 pm
Kansas City at Houston 1:00 pm
Miami at Washington 1:00 pm
New England at N.Y. Jets 1:00 pm
Philadelphia at Green Bay 1:00 pm
Pittsburgh at Cleveland 1:00 pm
Tennessee at Jacksonville 1:00 pm
Chicago at San Diego 4:15 pm
Detroit at Oakland 4:15 pm
Tampa Bay at Seattle 4:15 pm
N.Y. Giants at Dallas 8:15 pm
Monday, Sep. 10
Baltimore at Cincinnati 7:00 pm
Arizona at San Francisco 10:15 pm
CHECK BACK FOR WEEK 2 OF THE 2007 NFL SCHEDULE.
Week by Week 2007 NFL Schedule
*All times Eastern
WEEK 1
Thursday, Sep. 6
New Orleans at Indianapolis 8:30 pm
Sunday, Sep. 9
Atlanta at Minnesota 1:00 pm
Carolina at St. Louis 1:00 pm
Denver at Buffalo 1:00 pm
Kansas City at Houston 1:00 pm
Miami at Washington 1:00 pm
New England at N.Y. Jets 1:00 pm
Philadelphia at Green Bay 1:00 pm
Pittsburgh at Cleveland 1:00 pm
Tennessee at Jacksonville 1:00 pm
Chicago at San Diego 4:15 pm
Detroit at Oakland 4:15 pm
Tampa Bay at Seattle 4:15 pm
N.Y. Giants at Dallas 8:15 pm
Monday, Sep. 10
Baltimore at Cincinnati 7:00 pm
Arizona at San Francisco 10:15 pm
CHECK BACK FOR WEEK 2 OF THE 2007 NFL SCHEDULE.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Do you know Fantasy Football???
From James Alder,Your Guide to Football.FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now!
Fantasy football is generally a season-long competition played by football fans in which participants draft their own team and compete with teams built by others. Individual game winners are determined by points accumulated by players based on their real-life performance in a game on the same day.
Leagues A fantasy league is usually comprised of 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 fantasy teams, each drafted and operated by a different contestant. Each contestant (owner) takes turns selecting players until all predetermined roster slots are filled. Team owners are responsible for choosing a starting lineup for each game, signing replacement players, and making trades if they choose to do so. At the end of the fantasy season, generally the final weeks of the NFL's regular season, a playoff tournament will determine the league champion. The number of teams qualifying for the playoffs is determined before the season begins.
Team Roster The number of players on a fantasy football team varies from league to league, but generally includes at least two quarterbacks, three running backs, three wide receivers, two tight ends, one kicker and two defensive units.
Lineups Each week, owners submit a starting lineup taking into consideration injuries, match-ups, and players on bye weeks. Lineup changes must be made prior to the start of each game in which the players in question are involved. If an owner fails to make adjustments in his starting lineup, it will remain the same as the previous week. The number of players on a team's active lineup varies from league to league. One of the more commonly used combinations of players includes one quarterback, two running backs, two wide receivers, one tight end, one kicker, and one defensive unit.
Scoring There are variations in scoring systems, but many use the following system or something close to it: A touchdown results in six points for the scoring player. If the touchdown is the result of a passing play, the quarterback is also awarded the same.Field goals count as three points for the kicker. Some leagues offer more points as the field goals get longer. Generally, anything more than 40 yards counts as four points and anything more than 50 yards is awarded five points.Kickers also receive one point for extra points after touchdowns, and a player scoring on a two-point conversion receives two points.Offensive players can also pick up points based on receiving, passing, and rushing yardage. One of the more common formulas awards one point for every ten yards rushing, one point for every ten yards receiving, and one point for every 25 yards passing. Offensive players can also lose points by throwing an interception (-2) or fumbling the ball (-1).On defense, a team's score is based on how many points they give up, combined with bonus points for sacks, turnovers, and defensive touchdowns scored. There are a number of variations in scoring based on the number of points given up. Sacks generally add one point each to that score while turnovers provide two points each.A safety results in a two-point bonus for the defense.Some leagues include special teams play in the defensive score while many do not.
Trading Players Teams are allowed to trade players as long as the deal is submitted before a predetermined trading deadline. Most leagues offer a system that allows other owners to protest trades that are too lopsided in one team's favor to prevent team owners from working together to build one super team.
Waivers and Free Agency Any player that remains undrafted is classified as a free agent and can be signed by any team on a first-come, first-serve basis. However, if the addition puts a team over the roster limit, the owner must release one of the players on his roster.A player who is released is then put on waivers, generally for a period of three to four days. Until a player passes through waivers, he can be claimed by any other team in the league. If a player on waivers is claimed by more than one team by the time the waiver period ends, he is awarded to the team sitting the lowest in the standings at the time the claim was made.
Playoffs A playoff tournament is generally held the final two or three weeks of the regular NFL season, depending on how many teams are in the playoff field. Scoring is determined exactly as it is during the regular season with the winner of the contest moving on to the next round while the loser is eliminated.The league championship is held when the playoff field has been narrowed to two teams, with the winner being crowned as league champions.
If you have any comments or more info please leave comments now.
Fantasy football is generally a season-long competition played by football fans in which participants draft their own team and compete with teams built by others. Individual game winners are determined by points accumulated by players based on their real-life performance in a game on the same day.
Leagues A fantasy league is usually comprised of 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 fantasy teams, each drafted and operated by a different contestant. Each contestant (owner) takes turns selecting players until all predetermined roster slots are filled. Team owners are responsible for choosing a starting lineup for each game, signing replacement players, and making trades if they choose to do so. At the end of the fantasy season, generally the final weeks of the NFL's regular season, a playoff tournament will determine the league champion. The number of teams qualifying for the playoffs is determined before the season begins.
Team Roster The number of players on a fantasy football team varies from league to league, but generally includes at least two quarterbacks, three running backs, three wide receivers, two tight ends, one kicker and two defensive units.
Lineups Each week, owners submit a starting lineup taking into consideration injuries, match-ups, and players on bye weeks. Lineup changes must be made prior to the start of each game in which the players in question are involved. If an owner fails to make adjustments in his starting lineup, it will remain the same as the previous week. The number of players on a team's active lineup varies from league to league. One of the more commonly used combinations of players includes one quarterback, two running backs, two wide receivers, one tight end, one kicker, and one defensive unit.
Scoring There are variations in scoring systems, but many use the following system or something close to it: A touchdown results in six points for the scoring player. If the touchdown is the result of a passing play, the quarterback is also awarded the same.Field goals count as three points for the kicker. Some leagues offer more points as the field goals get longer. Generally, anything more than 40 yards counts as four points and anything more than 50 yards is awarded five points.Kickers also receive one point for extra points after touchdowns, and a player scoring on a two-point conversion receives two points.Offensive players can also pick up points based on receiving, passing, and rushing yardage. One of the more common formulas awards one point for every ten yards rushing, one point for every ten yards receiving, and one point for every 25 yards passing. Offensive players can also lose points by throwing an interception (-2) or fumbling the ball (-1).On defense, a team's score is based on how many points they give up, combined with bonus points for sacks, turnovers, and defensive touchdowns scored. There are a number of variations in scoring based on the number of points given up. Sacks generally add one point each to that score while turnovers provide two points each.A safety results in a two-point bonus for the defense.Some leagues include special teams play in the defensive score while many do not.
Trading Players Teams are allowed to trade players as long as the deal is submitted before a predetermined trading deadline. Most leagues offer a system that allows other owners to protest trades that are too lopsided in one team's favor to prevent team owners from working together to build one super team.
Waivers and Free Agency Any player that remains undrafted is classified as a free agent and can be signed by any team on a first-come, first-serve basis. However, if the addition puts a team over the roster limit, the owner must release one of the players on his roster.A player who is released is then put on waivers, generally for a period of three to four days. Until a player passes through waivers, he can be claimed by any other team in the league. If a player on waivers is claimed by more than one team by the time the waiver period ends, he is awarded to the team sitting the lowest in the standings at the time the claim was made.
Playoffs A playoff tournament is generally held the final two or three weeks of the regular NFL season, depending on how many teams are in the playoff field. Scoring is determined exactly as it is during the regular season with the winner of the contest moving on to the next round while the loser is eliminated.The league championship is held when the playoff field has been narrowed to two teams, with the winner being crowned as league champions.
If you have any comments or more info please leave comments now.
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